A massive fire broke out this evening at Moi Girls High School in Kibra Constituency, Nairobi, destroying parts of the school infrastructure. Videos and images circulating online show one of the buildings engulfed in flames as firefighters and emergency response teams rushed to contain the blaze.
According to initial reports, all students have been safely evacuated, and no casualties have been reported so far. The Kenya Red Cross has deployed a response team to the scene to provide emergency assistance and assess the situation.
Fire Response and Ongoing Efforts
The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, and investigations are underway to establish the origin of the inferno. Firefighters from the Nairobi County Fire Department arrived promptly to battle the flames, working alongside the Red Cross and other emergency responders to bring the situation under control.
Parents and guardians have gathered outside the school, anxiously awaiting updates on the safety of their children. Authorities have urged them to remain calm as they manage the crisis.
“We have managed to evacuate all students safely and are closely monitoring the situation,” a school official stated.
A Troubling History of Fires at Moi Girls High School
This is the second major fire incident to strike Moi Girls High School in recent years. In 2017, a devastating fire engulfed the Kabarnet dormitory, tragically claiming the lives of 10 students and leaving several others injured.
Investigations into the 2017 incident revealed that the fire was deliberately started by a 14-year-old Form One student. Following the tragedy, safety measures were reportedly put in place to prevent such occurrences, but concerns now arise about the school’s fire preparedness and emergency protocols.
Calls for Enhanced School Safety Measures
The latest fire incident has reignited calls for stricter safety measures in schools across the country. Education stakeholders and parents are urging authorities to conduct thorough fire safety audits, enforce compliance with fire prevention protocols, and equip schools with adequate firefighting equipment.
“This fire highlights the urgent need for enhanced safety measures in boarding schools to prevent such devastating incidents in the future,” said a concerned parent.
The Ministry of Education and relevant authorities are expected to launch a full investigation to determine whether negligence or other factors contributed to the fire.
Community Reaction and Support
Kibra residents and the wider community have expressed concern over the recurring fires at Moi Girls, calling for immediate government intervention. Social media platforms have been flooded with messages of support for the affected students and staff, with many offering to provide assistance in any way possible.
Authorities have assured the public that all necessary steps are being taken to ensure the safety of the students and to prevent further damage to the school.
